There is a big distinction on the variety of restrictions you need to be aware of with ADUs in Chicago specifically.

.- Risk Awareness: Flood zone designations still help people understand general flood risks in their area.Elevation still matters under Risk Rating 2.0, but its role is handled differently compared to the old system.Under the old system, elevation certificates were often required to calculate insurance rates.

As a realtor I am sometimes aware of deals before they are put on (or back on) the market How did you finance this deal?

I would say from my experience flipping myself and seeing through my clients' projects that the main things in this market you need to be aware of is that houses are taking time to sell, they're selling for less than expected, and they need to be quality.

All that being said, it might not be worth the cost of putting in parking, just be aware on the front end that you’re reducing your end buyer/rental pool by not having it. 

We have zip codes that have lower and and higher end areas within the same zip so not a good marker to use.Going along with that a lot of the neighborhoods are very street by street or change pretty quickly by block, so you have to be aware of that.

Also be aware of Unrelated Business Income Tax (or UBIT) on leveraged real estate inside of an IRA.Or better yet, since you are self-employed - go with a truly self-directed Solo 401k plan, which would be a much better option and will help you avoid the UBIT on this investment.

Hey Matt,I am aware of a program that can do that, just shot you a DM

The carrier rating for Obie policies range from A+ to A-.You are probably aware that many carriers are leaving the State of California due, in part, to the significant regulatory challenges they have with making adjustments to their products that the state always has to review and approve.

Hey Christine, I might be biased, but you could look into Cleveland, Oh.Here are a few things to consider against investing there:- Slower appreciation compared to some other markets- Harsh winters, which can lead to higher maintenance costs- Many discounted single and duplex might need repairs or updates, especially if the previous owners haven’t kept up with maintenance over the years- Some local regulations to be aware of (nothing crazy, but worth noting when trying to close deals).But there are also some solid reasons to invest in Cleveland:- Affordable properties in the $100K-$300K range- Strong long term rental market due to a high rent to price ratio- Landlord friendly laws overall- Potential for great cash flow- Opportunities for Section 8 tenants- stable market once you have the right team in placeEvery market has pros and cons so it comes down to your budget, risk tolerance, and finding a reliable crew you can trust.